From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
James David Forbes
Date:
[10 August 1840]
Source of text:
St. Andrews 42 (C: RS:HS 22.62)
Summary:
Explains efforts at using a makeshift apparatus for 'fixing the spectrum.' Discusses current confusion and ultimate hope surrounding JF's meteorological recommendations. In a postscript, notes observations of meteors in Persei.
Contributor:
John Herschel Project